3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Grand Junction, CO
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Grand Junction, Colorado as of July 2026. That's +14% higher than the citywide median of $1,768 and +6% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Grand Junction
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Grand Junction
Compare Grand Junction's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alamosa | $1,310 |
| 2 | Stratmoor | $1,436 |
| 3 | Sterling | $1,440 |
| 4 | Cortez | $1,470 |
| 5 | Montrose | $1,630 |
| 6 | Granby | $1,650 |
| 7 | Clifton | $1,680 |
| 8 | Pueblo | $1,718 |
| 9 | Cherry Creek | $1,763 |
| 10 | Manitou Springs | $1,880 |
| 11 | Rifle | $1,950 |
| 12 | Grand Junction (this page) | $2,010 |
| 13 | Durango | $2,060 |
| 14 | Greeley | $2,145 |
| 15 | Northglenn | $2,213 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Colorado
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highlands Ranch | $3,700 |
| 2 | Peyton | $3,600 |
| 3 | Erie | $3,430 |
| 4 | Morrison | $3,410 |
| 5 | Monument | $3,360 |
| 6 | Commerce City | $3,300 |
| 7 | Glendale | $3,294 |
| 8 | Greenwood Village | $3,290 |
| 9 | Vail | $3,226 |
| 10 | Thornton | $3,203 |
| 11 | Lone Tree | $3,200 |
| 12 | Castle Rock | $3,185 |
| 13 | Evergreen | $3,170 |
| 14 | Littleton | $3,160 |
| 15 | Parker | $3,140 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Grand Junction.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Grand Junction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifton, CO | 8.1 mi | $1,680 | $-330 (-16%) |
| Fruita, CO | 17.7 mi | $2,230 | +$220 (+11%) |
| Rifle, CO | 53.7 mi | $1,950 | $-60 (-3%) |
| Montrose, CO | 68.8 mi | $1,630 | $-380 (-19%) |
| Glenwood Springs, CO | 92.5 mi | $2,270 | +$260 (+13%) |
| Vernal, UT | 122.9 mi | $1,300 | $-710 (-35%) |
| Cortez, CO | 124.5 mi | $1,470 | $-540 (-27%) |
| Durango, CO | 124.7 mi | $2,060 | +$50 (+2%) |
| Eagle, CO | 129.4 mi | $2,530 | +$520 (+26%) |
| Aspen, CO | 129.9 mi | $2,860 | +$850 (+42%) |
| Steamboat Springs, CO | 153.5 mi | $2,450 | +$440 (+22%) |
| Vail, CO | 153.7 mi | $3,226 | +$1,216 (+60%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Grand Junction — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Grand Junction?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Grand Junction, Colorado is $2,010 per month. This is +14% higher than the citywide median of $1,768.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Grand Junction?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $80,400 ($6,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $38.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Grand Junction expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Grand Junction's 3-bedroom median of $2,010 is +6% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 44th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Grand Junction rank for 3-bedroom rent in Colorado?
Among the 66 cities in Colorado with 3-bedroom data, Grand Junction ranks #12 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Grand Junction?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Clifton ($1,680), Rifle ($1,950), Montrose ($1,630).